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Early Release TODAY
Today is a 1:48 early release day. All Wednesdays through the end of fourth quarter will be 1:48 early release.
If you are picking up, please delay your arrival until 2:05 p.m.
Wednesday News will take a spring break next week and be back April 14.
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Key Dates
April 1-11: Easter Break
April 19-23: State Testing Week; see schedule below; note no school for freshmen, juniors and seniors with sophomores released at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 21
Friday, April 30: Flex Day
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State Testing
The State of Ohio is moving forward with the annual state-required testing which will be held for freshmen, sophomores and juniors during the week of April 19. Because of the variety of testing taking place, there will be late starts for certain grade levels on several of the days. Please see the schedule below.
Monday, April 19
7:45-9:30 a.m.: sophomores and juniors
Biology, parts 1&2 and American Gov 1&2
(Late start 9:45 a.m. for freshmen and seniors)
Tuesday, April 20
7:45-9:30 a.m.: freshmen and sophomores
Algebra I and Geometry, part 1
(Late start 9:45 a.m. for juniors and seniors)
Wednesday, April 21
7:45-11:30 a.m.: sophomores
English II parts 1 and 2
(No School for freshmen, juniors, seniors)
Thursday, April 22
7:45-9:30 a.m.: freshmen and sophomores
Algebra I and Geometry, part 2
(Late start 9:45 a.m. for juniors and seniors)
Friday, April 23
7:45-9:30 a.m.: sophomores
American History, parts 1&2
(Late start 9:45 a.m. for freshmen, juniors, seniors)
Technology Note: Students will use their school-issued device to complete the exams. It is the student's responsibility to charge the laptop overnight and arrive at school with it fully charged. If the laptop is not fully charged, the student will not be permitted to take that day's exam and will be required to stay after school to take the exam.
Bus Service: Buses will run as usual, so any students arriving early and not testing will have a study hall in the cafeteria.
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Freshmen Win Fill Up the Bucket
Our Fill Up the Bucket drive for Lent was a huge success! Students donated $1,830 to support Little Bottoms Free Store, Bottoms Up, Mommies Matter and the St. Francis Center in MacArthur, Ohio. The freshmen brought in nearly half of the donations, earning a dress down day on Wednesday. Way to go Class of 2024!
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Prom 2021
We are happy to announce that we will be holding a prom this year for our seniors!
Prom will be held on Saturday, May 1, at The Valley Dale Ballroom from 7:00-9:00 p.m. This event will be a dance (no dinner) for BWHS seniors only with no outside guests permitted. Tickets will be sold for $25.00 per person.
As with all decisions during the pandemic, please know that we have put significant consideration toward prom. We feel that our plan is the best option based on state guidelines and at the same time we recognize some may be disappointed. Ultimately, we look forward to when we will be able to return to our traditional prom.
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Cleaning Supply Drive by
Business Club
Business Club is collecting cleaning supplies such as Clorox wipes, Pine Sol, cleaning sprays, bleach, and other cleaning agents. The collection will take place April 12-15 before school in Dominican Hall. The cleaning supplies will be delivered to St. Stephen's Community House, which is a wonderful organization that supports families in need in Columbus. If a student donates one cleaning supply item, they will be able to take part in a dress-down day on Friday, April 16.
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Audio Walking Stations
Pray the Walking Stations of the Cross this week, with youth from the Diocese of Columbus, including some of our Bishop Watterson students. Listen here.
Faith and Science
Fr. John Riccardo's podcast, "You Were Made for This" reflects on what Jesus was doing on the cross. Listen here.
Class Masses
We will hold another round of class Masses during fourth quarter, starting
with the freshmen on April 14 and followed by the juniors on April 28, sophomores on May 5. Baccalaureate will be the final class Mass for the seniors, on May 27.
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Boys Spots Available for April Kairos Retreat: Registration Due Today
The Kairos registration deadline and down payment of $100 is due by TODAY. We still have a few spots for boys! The full payment of $275, including the down payment, is due by Monday, April 12. For last-minute registration or information on scholarships, please contact Mrs. Simmonds at mrs.simmonds@bwhs.org. Parent packets will be distributed on Monday, April 12 and be due back on Friday, April 16.
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Kairos T-Shirt Orders Close TOMORROW
Kairos t-shirts and sweatshirts can be ordered now through April 1. We have a variety to choose from ... short sleeve, long sleeve, gray, black.
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Athletics News
April Signing Day
We will conduct the spring signing ceremony on Wednesday, April 14 at 8:00 a.m. for senior athletes signing to play DI, DII or DIII sports in college.
Seniors planning to sign should pick up a form and information sheet in the athletic office.
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Sports Summer Camps
Our summer camp schedule is out and registration is open! We have numerous options with our varsity teams.
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Annual Eagle Fund
As we approach the end of Lent, we reflect on Christ’s example for deeper faith. We ask you to prayerfully consider a gift to the Annual Eagle Fund. One third of our students receive tuition assistance each year. Help us to help these students.
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Scrip Deadline is Sunday, April 11
Earn tuition credit when you purchase gift cards through the Scrip program!
The next order deadline is Sunday, April 11. NOTE: For those new to the program, you must register for PrestoPay at least two days before placing your order.
For instructions and a list of future order deadlines, click here.
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Juniors Jostens Mailing
Juniors will be receiving a mailing from Jostens with information about ordering class rings.
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Parking for 2021-22
It's time to start thinking about carpools for the 2021-22 school year! Spring Break is the perfect time to begin reaching out to families to gauge interest.
Primary registration for the 2021-22 parking lottery will be held digitally May 11-13. Only carpools with three or more students may be registered during this window. We are conducting the lottery process in May again this year in order to ensure that students have the best chance of filling their carpools.
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Spring Musical Options
Announcing the cast and crew of our spring musical, Pippin!
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2021-22 School Year Key Dates*
*subject to change
August 25, 2021: First Day of School
September 6, 2021: No School - Labor Day
November 25-26, 2021: Thanksgiving Vacation
December 20, 20-21-January 2, 2022: Christmas Vacation
January 17, 2022: No School - Martin Luther King Jr. Day
February 21, 2022: No School – Presidents’ Day
March 12-20, 2022: Spring Break
April 15-18, 2022: Easter Break
May 30, 2022: No School – Memorial Day
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ACT-SAT-PSAT
Juniors or seniors who are testing on any of the ACT or SAT test dates, please contact Karen Gallo for any test prep needs. Individual Zoom tutoring with Mrs. Karen Gallo is offered at times that will accommodate your schedule.
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Eagle Store Hours
The BWHS Eagle Store is now open after school each day for 30 minutes to both students and parents.
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Support Bishop Watterson When You Shop |
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Support Bishop Watterson when you order from Amazon!
We are participating in the Amazon Smiles program and will
receive a percentage back when you shop at the link below.
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Bishop Watterson participates in the Kroger Community Rewards program.
To sign up, go to kroger.com, log into your account and under Savings & Rewards click Kroger Community Rewards. Search for Bishop Watterson. Our number is VG154.
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Our Lady of Bethlehem is Hiring |
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